Kelly Hopton-Jones Accidentally Runs Over 23-Month-Old Son Henry With Car
Parenting influencer Kelly Hopton-Jones accidentally ran over her 23-month-old son Henry with her car in the family garage. The toddler survived but is in the hospital with pelvis fractures.
Kelly Hopton-Jones, who runs the popular parenting blog and social media accounts called "Hillside Farmhouse," shared details of what she called "the worst day of her life" on Instagram Wednesday.
The accident happened in the family's garage while her husband was helping their daughter into a car seat. Henry was also in the garage during this time. Details about exactly how the accident occurred are still emerging.
Henry is now recovering in the hospital with pelvis fractures. Hopton-Jones shared photos of her son in his hospital bed, showing him with heavy bandages.
Following the accident, Hopton-Jones urged her followers to "hold or hold hands with young children around vehicles" and warned parents to "not assume they know or will stay where you last saw them." Her message emphasizes how quickly toddlers can move into dangerous situations.
The influencer has built a following by sharing parenting advice and family life content through her Hillside Farmhouse brand across social media platforms.
This accident highlights how quickly young children can move around vehicles without parents noticing. It serves as a reminder for all parents to keep constant watch on toddlers near cars, even in familiar spaces like home garages.
Henry's recovery progress and any additional safety messages from the family.
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